Projects at Al Udeid Air Base(AUAB), Qatar - Alternative Delivery Method - Integrated Design and Construction (IDaC)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Middle East District (SWM) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice for Integrated Design and Construction (IDaC) services. This RFI seeks to identify potential sources for pre-construction activities and construction of secure, ICD-705 compliant facilities at Al Udeid Air Base (AUAB), Qatar. Responses to the questionnaire are due by May 29, 2026, 11:59 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The anticipated IDaC requirement supports the Air Force Central Command (AFCENT) and the AUAB 2040 Strategic Master Plan. Potential projects include:
- Hardened, underground, secure Combat Center Buildings.
- Squadron operations buildings for various airframes (bombers, fighters, ISR).
- Secure administrative headquarters buildings.
- Operation and Administrative Facilities (command and control, administrative offices, readiness, multiple unit buildings, secure warehouses).
- Site Security and Access Control (access control, guard house, secure perimeter fencing, integrated physical/electronic security, IDS, CCTV).
- Site Infrastructure and Building Systems (parking, garages, antennae yard, shelter). The RFI questionnaire specifically seeks feedback on aspects like design submission levels, builder integration, design phase incentives, collaborative design tools, commissioning, collocation, delegated design scope, and builder access to BIM.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- NAICS Codes: 541330 (Engineering Services) and 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 11:59 Eastern Time
- Published: May 12, 2026
Evaluation
This is for market research only; responses will inform the Government's acquisition decisions and identify potential sources. It is not a solicitation, and responses will not be considered offers or bids.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Interested parties must complete the questionnaire at https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/CR4dMjLM6q. Questions should be emailed to Tracy Gusukuma at Tracy.M.Gusukuma@usace.army.mil or Mikayla Shanholtzer at Mikayla.B.Shanholtzer@usace.army.mil, including 'MARKET RESEARCH QDA Special Projects' in the subject line.